Do you want to tackle a fun run and train under the guidance of World Champion marathon runner Rob de Castella, all while supporting Indigenous health?

If so, the Indigenous Marathon Project's Footprints fundraising program is just what you have been looking for!

Not only will we help you to choose an event to take on, we will set you up with a training information kit from Rob himself, reward you along the way with prizes for reaching your fundraising milestones, and make sure that you get across the finish line.

The funds you raise will assist IMP to find champions and create role models that inspire Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to live an active, healthy lifestyle and decrease the instance of preventable disease.

Whether you are taking on your very first fun run, or are a seasoned marathon runner, Footprints gives you the chance to raise vital funds and change the lives of Indigenous Australians through running.

So if you want:

- Free training advice from Rob de Castella

- Rewards such as t-shirts, drinks bottles and running shoes, and

- Support to get you across the finish line

Sign up to Footprints today simply by clicking on the 'start fundraising' button. If you need some help to choose an event to take on, just gives us a call on (02) 6162 4750 or click here.

What better way to celebrate your 40th than running 42km! Ayesha Razzaq, pictured far left with running and fundraising supporter, Mahani - also turning 40 - will run the 2014 New York Marathon in a quest to raise $42,195 for IMP; to match the marathon distance.

Featured Event 30km final run
alice springs

After three months, it comes down to this run - the final 30km test run in Alice Springs on Sunday 28 September! The runners who finish the run will book their entry into the world famous New York Marathon. It's an incredible achievement, given most of the runners only started three months ago! You can show your support - click the image below to find out more.

Wish Ayesha a Happy Birthday by making a small contribution to her fundraising efforts. Donate now!

Featured IMP runner Carla Snow - 2013 squad

Carla Snow's involvement with IMP was ignited by a strong determination to participate in a physical and mental challenge to highlight that anything is possible.

Originally from Newcastle, NSW, Carla was part of the 2013 New York Marathon squad. She is passionate about education and now lives in Sydney after accepting her dream job working in a Sydney school.

"I have always wanted to have a positive impact on the younger generations coming through and I wanted to inspire the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at my school to believe and achieve through both education and sport.

"I am responsible for teaching senior students Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies as well as Fitness.

"Our school is in partnership with Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (AIME) and I have numerous opportunities to develop both personally and professionally," Carla said

Her advice for young Indigenous Australians is simple."Education is key. Knowledge is power. Embrace education as best you can and make the most of the opportunities you have."

Carla will be lining up in the 10km event in the Coffs Harbour Running Festival on 7 September and encourages all Indigenous people to adopt active and healthy lifestyles.

"The New York City Marathon was easily the best day of my life. I have formed friendships that will last a lifetime. Personally IMP helped me gain the confidence and self-belief that I could achieve anything I put my mind to.